Have you ever wondered how researchers assess the health of wild elephants? Join this hands-on citizen science activity for NGO Bring The Elephant Home and discover how you can help scientists monitor the body condition of wild Asian elephants! 🐘💚

We’ll start with a short introduction to why body condition is an important indicator of elephant health and how researchers assess it in the field. Then, you’ll put your new knowledge to the test and use photographs of wild Asian elephants to try out one method of body condition scoring yourself.

But there’s more! You’ll also have the opportunity to try two additional methods in your own time, after the session, from home. By comparing your assessments, you’ll directly contribute to scientific research investigating which method produces the most consistent results.

Your contribution really matters! The results will help Bring The Elephant Home develop a reliable method for long-term monitoring of wild Asian elephants, one that can be used in practice by people with different backgrounds and levels of experience.

No prior experience is needed. Just join us with your curiosity and attention to detail, and become part of the science helping to protect wild elephants, and we will bring the snacks and drinks! 💚

A computer is required to participate in this event, so don't forget to bring it! 💻